Philippines inks poultry deal with Netherlands
The Philippine government has entered into a “regionalization” agreement with the Netherlands, the first of such deal this 2026, to ensure the continued entry...
BingoPlus players amass major cash prizes early in February
BingoPlus players are already walking away with massive cash prizes just 11 days into the month. From February 6 to 9 alone, multiple jackpots...
Philippines seeks wider market access for farm produce
The Philippine government is working to expand market opportunities for bananas and other agricultural products in Asia and the Middle East, a government official...
NFA eyes P912M in revenues in ‘aging’ rice auction
The National Food Authority (NFA) is set to auction off 754,000 bags of ‘aging’ milled rice or rice stocks that are over three months...
DOTr: Direct flights planned between Philippines and Israel
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that it is working to launch direct flights between the Philippines and Israel.
On February 10, the DOTr said...
DENR strengthens Boracay oversight, tightens environmental clearance
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has strengthened environmental oversight on Boracay Island and tightened its rules on the processing and issuance...
Bank lending slows in Dec. 2025 despite rate cuts
Bank lending grew at a slower pace in December 2025, as the confidence crisis triggered by a widening corruption scandal tempers the impact of...
6 Tips for Protecting Your Data and Privacy While Playing Online Casino Games
There’s no harm in trying out online casino games for fun. But if you aren’t cautious about the websites or apps you access, as...
DA wants higher tariffs on artificial sugar to protect local farmers
The Department of Agriculture (DA) will look into increasing tariffs on artificial sugars to protect the local sugar industry.
In a recent interview, DA Secretary...
Negative inflation persists in Guimaras in January
GUIMARAS started 2026 with a negative inflation rate of –0.6 percent in January, higher than the –1.3 percent recorded in December 2025, but significantly...